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Intune MDM Setup for Android Work Profile

Updated

This guide explains how to set up your Android device for use with corporate email or apps using Microsoft Intune Mobile Device Management (MDM).

  • Ensures compliance with security and access control requirements for storing Office 365 company data.

Contact Details

If you experience any issues, please contact ASK4 Solutions:

Setup Steps

Installing the App

  • Download the Intune Company Portal app by Microsoft from the Google Play Store.

Opening the App

  • Launch the Company Portal app and tap Sign In.

Adding Your Company Account

  • If your device has existing email accounts, the app will display these:
    • Select your company email account if listed.
    • If not listed, add a new account using your company email address and password.

Beginning Setup

  • Tap Begin to start the setup process.

Review Permissions

  • The app will show what it can and cannot do to your device.
  • Tap Continue to proceed.

Accept Terms

  • Tap Accept & Continue to confirm and begin configuring the work profile.

Configuring the Work Profile

  • The device will configure a separate Work Profile for company data and apps.
  • Once completed, tap Continue to activate the profile and apply necessary settings.

Post-Setup

Device Registration

  • Wait for the device to register. Once completed, tap Done.

Device Compliance

  • Navigate to the Devices tab to view compliance status for all registered devices.
  • Depending on company policies, you may need to:
    • Enable device encryption.
    • Set up a PIN for device access.

Using the Work Profile

Separate Work Profile

  • A separate Work Profile will appear alongside your personal profile in the app menu.
  • Work Profile apps are marked with a blue suitcase icon.

Installing Apps

  • For personal devices:
    • Use the Work Profile Play Store to install company-approved apps.
  • For company-owned devices:
    • ASK4 IT Solutions can automatically deploy company apps to your Work Profile.
    • Contact ASK4 IT Solutions to request additional apps if needed.